Lake Shore Schools 5611 N. Clark Chicago IL 60660 & 6759 N.
Greenview Chicago IL 60626, 773-561-6707 Lake Shore Schools offers preschool (infants - 4 years) and grade school (K 8th) programs at 2 Chicago locations.
The preschool campus on Clark Street offers preschool for children ages 3 months to 3 years, while the grade school campus provides an educational program for student`s eligible for Junior Kindergarten (3 years+) through 8th Grade.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lake Shore Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1948
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
292 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- Programs are accredited from the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA), the JK-Eighth grade school is registered and recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education, the preschool is city & state licensed. Curriculum at the preschool level includes Art, Music, Singing, Science & Nature, Outdoor Play, Math & Reading Readiness, Stories, and Creative Movement. Subjects in the JK-8 program include Reading, Math, Science, Language Arts, Social Studies, Art, Music, PE, Computers, Spanish, and Library/Internet. Before- and after-school care, and a summer camp program is offered. For more information, please contact main office at 773 561-6707 and plan a visit with your child! You will find Lake Shore Schools as affordable and exactly what your child needs to succeed in their early years!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Lake Shore Schools?
The acceptance rate of Lake Shore Schools is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What is Lake Shore Schools's ranking?
Lake Shore Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Lake Shore Schools?
The application deadline for Lake Shore Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lake Shore Schools located?
Lake Shore Schools is located in the Andersonville neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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